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Discover the Best Northwest

Mt. St. Helens is an amazing feature here in the Northwest. But it's only one of MANY. Hiking, Biking, Hunting, Fishing, Zip lining, Eating is some of the best this fine country has to offer. Your adventure starts here.

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Enjoy Endless Adventure on Day Hiking Trails

Day Hiking Areas
There are almost 1,500 miles of trails on the forest open to hiking.
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Ape Caves

13,042 Feet of Adventure

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Lava Canyon

One of a kind experience!

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Mt. St. Helens Hike

Scale an Active Volcano

42 Years of

Historic Adventure

Mount St. Helens or Louwala-Clough is an active stratovolcano located in Southwest, Washington, in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is 96 miles south of Seattle, Washington, and 50 miles northeast of Portland, Oregon and features Stunning Landscapes and Endless Adventure.

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Explore Cowlitz County

Mt. St. Helens is an amazing feature here in the Northwest. But it's only one of MANY. Hiking, Biking, Hunting, Fishing, Zip lining, Eating is some of the best this fine country has to offer. You're adventure starts here. Start by exploring all our communities have to offer

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All of Cowlitz County is about Community. Good eats to amazing events and awesome activities. We are excited to have you come visit and see for yourself how friendly and welcoming our communities are first hand.

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Featured Upcoming Events

Cowlitz County offers some of the best entertainment the Northwest has to offer. Start by exploring all the events our communities have to offer

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In the News

Cowlitz County is one of the best places to Live, Work, and PLAY! See what media outlets have to say about Cowlitz County and surrounding areas.
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